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Columbus woman’s death being treated as homicide, boyfriend named as person of interest
An investigation is underway following the discovery of a body Tuesday morning, April 23 in Columbus. Columbus woman’s death being treated as homicide, boyfriend named as person of interest. An investigation is underway following the discovery of a body Tuesday morning, April 23 in Columbus.
Popeyes worker in Mississippi says she was hit in the face while on the job
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WTVA) – A 17-year-old Popeyes worker in Columbus, Mississippi was assaulted Saturday. The assault occurred around 11 p.m., according to a police report shared by the family with WTVA News. Family members of the 17-year-old worker say a man came through the drive-thru with his girlfriend, who...
Columbus High School football begins spring football practice with new head coach
COLUMBUS, Miss (WTVA) - The Columbus high school football team had their first practice for spring football on Monday. Barrin Simpson is the head coach for the Falcons. This is his first year with the Falcons. This is also his first year as a head coach. He's spent the past 10 years as an assistant coach at multiple high schools in the state of Texas. "I'm excited about it. It's a great opportunity with a great group of kids," says Simpson.
MUW receives approval for new Women’s College
COLUMBUS, Miss. (WTVA) — Mississippi University for Women (MUW) received approval to create its new Women’s College. The Board of Trustees of Mississippi’s Institutions of Higher Learning (IHL) approved it on Thursday, April 18. The IHL governs Mississippi's eight public universities. The college will be a division...
A relatively calm week, few showers possible
COLUMBUS, Mississippi (WCBI) – Temperatures will be on the rise this week, pushing towards low to middle 80s by Friday. There is a chance for some mid-week rain showers too. MONDAY NIGHT: We’ll keep high pressure nearby, so another cool morning is in store as lows drop to near 40 degrees. A few spots could briefly drop into the upper 30s yet again.
‘You Feel the Community’ Old Main Music Festival and Delfest Show off the Arts
Last week, the headliner of Old Main Music Festival (OMMF) was announced, raising excitement for the biggest event that Mississippi State’s Music Maker Productions puts on every spring semester. This year’s artist is Briston Maroney, an indie rock artist who has over 2.5 million monthly listeners on Spotify and...
3 Aberdeen schools earn Military Star School designation
ABERDEEN, Miss. (WTVA) – Three Aberdeen schools have earned the Military Star School designation. Aberdeen High School, Belle-Shivers Middle School, and Aberdeen Elementary School all have joined the list for 2024-2026. This recognition comes from the Mississippi Department of Education, which has identified 31 schools across the state as...
Aberdeen men accused of stealing trailers from business in Amory
MONROE COUNTY, Miss. (WCBI) – Two Aberdeen men were accused of stealing trailers from an Amory business. Ashton Henderson and Jaqualon Crawford were both charged with three counts of grand larceny. Investigators told WCBI that the trailers were taken from a Highway 6 business on April 16. Police believe...
Event in Columbus combines games with early childhood education
A Family Fun Day was held by the Mississippi University for women and Mississippi Public Broadcasting. Event in Columbus combines games with early childhood education. A family fun day was held by the Mississippi University for Women and Mississippi Public Broadcasting.
Wyatt J. Davis Jr.
Wyatt J. Davis Jr., long-time resident of Laurel, Mississippi, died Monday, March 4, 2024 in Trinity Healthcare Center in Columbus, Mississippi. He was born in Louisville, Mississippi on September 1, 1931 to Wyatt J. Davis Sr. and Claudie Clark Davis. He is survived by his brother, Jim C. Davis of Columbus Mississippi and wife Janice; nephew Marvin Smith of Richmond, Texas along with his wife Kathy and children David, Emily, and Thomas; nephew Tim Smith of Brandon, Mississippi along with his wife Teresa and daughter Rachel; and niece Courtenay McAllister of Memphis, Tennessee along with her husband Tom and children Sarah Davis, Wyatt Thomas and John Will; and niece Becky Angel Barrett and husband Jerry.
Country rock artist HARDY announces concert at Mississippi State baseball's Dudy Noble Field
Country rock artist Michael Hardy (HARDY) is set to perform at Mississippi State baseball's Dudy Noble Field on Sept. 12, he announced Monday. The performance comes as part of his "Quit!!" tour. A presale for the tickets starts at 10 a.m. Tuesday, and general sales start at 10 a.m. Friday. The stage...
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